Taxpayer Identification Numbering System

The TIN is a unique Identification Number issued to taxpayers for official transactions with the under listed public institutions.

(a) The Domestic Tax Revenue Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority

(b) The Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority

(c) The Controller and Accountant General's Department

(d) The Registrar General's Department

(e) District Assemblies and

(f) Any Public Institution which the Minister may by legislative Instrument prescribe.

Issuance of TIN

All persons liable to pay tax, or from whom taxes are withheld at source by employers or agents through payroll deductions and /or other business transactions under any enactment are required to register.

Application for Issue of TIN

Every person liable to pay tax or required to withhold tax at source under any enactment shall apply in a form prescribed by the designated Public Office.